Social Calendar Week Highlights Athens Events
The Wadies Memorial Association meets at the Villa Wednesday at 10 am. Mrs Sam Funkenstein hosts Whist Party. Thursday, Civic Club gathers at 4 pm with Mrs Frances Long Taylor. Mrs M Jankower hosts Sewing Party. Friday features Phi Delta Theta dance at DuPree Hall and Russian Dances at Colonial. Saturday Athens plays Mercer in basketball at the YMCA. Rosa Rogers hosts party. The Athens Woman's Club opens its new year with 100 members. committees announced and a resolution naming Mrs H C White as next state federation president is read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Woman’s Club
A. O. Harper
Tallulah Falls Circle
H. C. Conway
West Athens
Ora Hart Avery
Federation of Clube
Georgia
H. C. White
Athens Woman's Club
Goss Bridge Party Entices Guests In Elegant Setting
Yesterday afternoon Mrs. Goss hosted a refined bridge party at her home, decorated with narcissi and hyacinths, ferns and palms. Prizes included a jardinier and pottery pieces, with a delicious luncheon served. host and helpers wore elegant attire and a large guest list included Mrs. Lampkin, Mrs. Phinizy, and other local ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. H. Goss
Mrs. Goss
Goss
Agnes Goss
Robert W. Lampkin
Edgeworth Lampkin
Harvey Stovall
Jeet
J. P. Campbell
Johns
Norfolk
Billups Phinizy
Hankinson
Sturman
Augusta
Hugh White
Chas. Phinizy
Morton Hodgson
Hamilton McWhorter
James White
Esther
Em Upson
Emma Long
Local Society News Highlights Marriages and Engagements
The community notes several weddings and an engagement. Robena Griffeth and Thomas E. Thornton wed in a recent ceremony led by Judge J. N. Nunnally. Maudlin Holliday married G. W. C. Holliday in a quiet service conducted by Rev. M. I. Troutman. Effie Pepe Hill of Washington, D. C. and Edward Browne Alsop announce their March 13 wedding. Miss Hill is noted for musical talent and Georgia connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffeth-Thornton
Robena Griffeth
Thomas E. Thornton
J. N. Nunnally
Maudlin-Holliday
M. I. Troutman
First Methodist Church
Angie Mauldin
G. W. C. Holliday
Governor Slaton Hosts Assembly Reception in Athens
Athens residents receive an invitation from Governor and Mrs Slaton to a reception for the General Assembly of Georgia on Wednesday night January 12 at eight o clock. The event invites local friends to meet state leaders in a formal gathering at the governor’s residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
eGorgia
Master Carson Cox Wins Oil Selling Prize
Eleven year old Master Carson Cox son of Arthur Cox and grandson of Mrs. Maria Hodgson wins boys prize at Wesson Oil demonstration contest. He sells fifty cans Friday morning to Saturday afternoon and earns YMCA share of 7.50. He receives a fine pair of shoes and compliments for beating all competitors. TO MRS EDWARD GROOVER. Mrs A H Davenport hosts bridge party for Mrs Edward Groover of Jacksonville with three tables of cards and bird supper. Spouse attire notable and house brightly lit. Twelve guests attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Master Cox
Wesson
Master Carson Cox
Arthur Cox
Maria Hodgson
Master Carson
Edward Groover
A. H. Davenport
Jacksonville
Davenport
Groover
Paris
Dr Burroughs to Visit Mr DeLoach in Georgia
John Burroughs, renowned American thinker and nature essayist, will spend a month this winter with Professor DeLoach at the University of Georgia. The visit excites students, literary circles, and those following twentieth century achievement. He is expected to speak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Burroughs
MR. Deloach
John Burroughs
Professor DeLoach
University of Georgia
America
Mr. Burroughs
Miss Celeste Parrish on Southern vocational schools
In the February Uncle Remus Magazine Miss Celeste Parrish, Georgia rural schools director, presents an able article on the need for vocational schools in the South. She outlines conditions, points out weaknesses, and proposes remedies. She will contribute a series on Southern educational conditions, notably in Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Remus
Celeste
Parrish
Georgia
South
Miss Parrish
University Club hosts governor and guests in Atlanta society
The University Club’s reception last night honored Governor and Mrs. John Marshall Slaton with a large turnout of members and out of town guests, including Slaton’s university classmates. An upcoming January 24 reception at 427 Peachtree Street will honor the Georgia General Assembly with state officials and prominent Atlanta residents in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Society
University Club
John Marshall Slaton
Governor Eaton
Governor Slaton
University of Georgia
John M. Slaton
General Assembly of Georgia
Peachtree Street
General Assembly
Supreme Court
Atlanta
Slaton
Joseph M. Brown
Local Pageant Entrants List Ten Contestants
Miss Jane Thornton Miss M Cooper Miss Frances Nunnal ly Miss Esther Smith Miss Margaret way Miss Mary Traylor Miss May Freeman Miss Lula Dean ones Miss Carolyne King and Miss Elizabeth Adair compete in the city pageant lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Thornton
M Cooper
Frances Nunnally
Esther Smith
Margaret Way
Mary Traylor
May Freeman
Lula Deanones
Carolyne King
Elizabeth Adair
Mountain school project seeks funds from Georgia kin
Mrs. Lipscomb detailing a one room school site in Mathis Georgia appeals for help to build a mountain school. She notes a $300 donation from Mrs. Florine Holt of New York and $100 from herself while urging Georgia relatives to contribute within a year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Georgia
Mathis
Lipscomb
Wilmer Moore
Quill Orme
Shepard Bryan
Marion Jackson
Marion MacHenry Hall
John Grant
Welborn Hill
Lamarr Hill
Ashby Hill
Ronald Ransom
Hoka, Smith
Charles Lincoln Gately
W. D. Ellis, Jr
Rutherford Lipscomb
William D. Grant
Suggestions of a Society Editor
The social page relies on local tips from readers. Public help via phone or letter improves coverage and detail, as editors often miss items and must relay notices clearly when neighbours share news. Readers should share personal updates and provide concise, direct information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Social Department
Social editor urged to secure full details for society notices
The piece urges hosts to provide complete, accurate entertainment details to the social editor, praising cooperative hosts and criticizing unresponsive ones. It argues public interest depends on voluntary collaboration from attendees, not editor effort alone. It references a Milwaukee recreation survey noting 50 percent do nothing on Saturdays and after school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
Child ‘Welfare Commission of
Milwaukee
National Recreation
Rowland Hayres
National Recreation Association
Local Social News Notes From Athens and Nearby
Mrs J J Wilkins returns from Atlanta guest of sister on Peachtree street. Miss Odie Williams of Bilberton, a 1909 Athens Business College graduate, visits Athens. Mrs Clara Norwood Watson of Greenville S C arrives to stay with Mrs Wilkins. Mrs Eberhart and Mrs Keith Dry Pond travelers to Sparta. Judge Brand and Miss Lucile Brand visit bedside of ill Mr Brand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Wilkins
Atlanta
Mrs.Mathewson
Peachtree Street
Odie Williams
Bilberton
Les Williams
Odie
Athens Business College
Clara Norwood Watson
Greenville, S. C
Mary Wilkins
Milledge Avenue
Subscriptions Offer for Athens Banner and Uncle Remus
A promotional prompt invites readers to send $2.50 to receive six months of the Athens Daily Banner and a year of Uncle Remus Magazine at any address. The offer applies to both new and existing subscribers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Daily Banner
Uncle Remus Magazine
Banner
Start the New Year On Time
A reputable watch retailer touts an extensive line of good watches with a liberal guarantee backing every sale. The ad emphasizes satisfying business customers and upholding a splendid reputation through quality timepieces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AR. Branc't
Also Mentioned on This Page
Society
Alice Adams
Wadies’ Memorial Association
Sam Funkenstein
Civic Club
Frances Long Taylor
Colonial
Phi Delta Theta
DuPree Hall
Mercer
Y M.C. A
Rosa Rogers
Dan DuPree
John Hawkins
Nora Hawkins
Crawford
City
Luther Tolbert
Hull, Ga
F. H. Coile
Winterville
Zula Wagner
Colbert
R. T. DuBose
John Burch
Euelah Dunlap
A. A. Saxon and Son
Causley
Watkinsville
C. T. Barnett
Fred C. Ausland
Florida
Mr. Ausland
Frank Kroner
R. Brandt
Athens, GA
D. Lee Peacock
Southern Mutual
Frederick J. Ball
College Avenue
NEW Eagle Cafe
Royal Cafe
Animent
Pierce
Columbia
Rambler
Facrcle
Hudson
Fay
Dayton
Athens Cycle Co
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